Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Bro Rev Dr Joseph Fort Newton, and first published in September 1927. The story of the Ruffians is familiar to every Master Mason, and a grim reminder that evil men, acting from low and selfish motives, sometimes do throw the race of mankind into darkness and confusion. Why has this become part of the legend of the Craft? As Bro Newton explains: we must look within. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.